A travel blog about my adventures (mostly) camping in Kenya.

Trippin’ on Turkana (Part 1) – [PHOTOS]

So it’s done. I finally made it. No more side-eyes from inquiring minds; “Yes I know you’ve traveled a bit around the country, but have you been to Lake Turkana?” All that’s it in the past, I can finally walk with my head held high. Thought I’d do something different for this article and post a photo essay with minimal chat, hope you you enjoy it.

Last proper fuel stop is in Isiolo and engine check, FILL THAT TANK. Fuel in drums might be available in Loiyangalani (ask for Muriuki).

Final Words

I cannot stress how remote these areas are with very intermittent cell reception, help is a long way off. Download the offline map Maps.me to your phone. It can literally be a life saver showing you the nearest settlements, fuel stations, hospitals etc. Plus its great for navigation and finding places of interest!

Items including (but not limited to) 2 spare tyres, fuses, engine oil, basic tools, towrope, compressor, first-aid kit, lots of water should be considered and can make the difference between a great trip and an unpleasant experience. DO NOT assume you will find any supplies along the way, imagine the worst and plan for it.

If you would like to read the long-form article I wrote for Nomad Magazine about this trip you can find the link here. And as always if you have any questions ask away in the comments, I always answer.

Hi,
so nice pictures!
But just two or three days ago they brought on NTV a long story that the direct road (Kitale-Lodwar) is in some parts not passable and that Security is so bad that even in convoys its risky.
I can see you do the trip alone – is this not to risky or how do you manage security? At least since years i’d like to go there but would like to do without being robbed.
Great trip!

Hi Michael, my trip was to Loiyangalani which is on the eastern side while Lodwar is on the west. However on my trips I am often not too concerned with security, I just don’t believe everything I see on the news! It’s however important to get the most current information while planning your trip.

I have read through the blog now for 5th time and its not the last. I believe its time I went back and explored more of those beautiful places you have highlighted because my last visit to Lake Turkana was more like unplanned, but now I think I have a list of the places I need to set foot at.

Great work you are doing giving information to such places that I call #HiddenKenyanGems